Ep #16: The Dangers of Bedsharing: Ben's Story

03/08/22 • 26 min

In this episode, Dr. Hess is joined by second-time mom, Amanda Saucedo, who lost her one-month-old infant son Ben to suffocation secondary to bed sharing. She now shares her story through her non-profit organization called Benny Bears with the hope that other parents and caregivers will never suffer the same tragedy and loss. Visit Pedimom.com for more evidence-based safe sleep education.

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Ep #15: Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) And How They Affect Our Children

Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACEs, have a monumental impact on future violence, victimization and perpetration, and long-term health of our kids. They are linked to chronic health issues, mental illness, substance misuse, and educational difficulties. In this episode, Dr. Hess is joined by Dr. Karli Okeson, a board-certified pediatrician specializing in Pediatric Emergency Medicine, who is a passionate advocate for children and is working diligently to keep children safe and heal from trauma. Together we will explain what ACEs actually are, how they affect children, and what can be done to keep kids safe from trauma. We will also discuss the pivotal role parents play in avoiding these experiences and helping those children who are at high risk.

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Ep #17: Mental Health & Suicide - A Mom's Perspective

Following the suicide of her 12-year-old daughter, her mom shares her story in hopes of helping other parents and kids and warn them of the dangers of social media and online communities. Find more resources at PediMom.com.